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Don’t Be Contentious, But Do Contend

Early in the second half of the 1st century AD, Jude, a believing half-brother of Jesus, eagerly began to write a warm, edifying letter to believers about “our common salvation” (Jude 3). What a joy it is to rehearse... Continue Reading »

Should Christians Practice Their Faith in Public Office?

Recently, a man approached me with a three-fold statement regarding Christians who work for the government. The first argument was that those in public office were bound by the Constitution in a different way, primarily regarding the First Amendment.... Continue Reading »

Finding Faith That Leads to Hope from Habakkuk

Can you remember what your life was like before the iPhone? It was only 20 years ago, yet in the past two decades, culture change has shifted into overdrive. This constant change often makes the future seem dark, and... Continue Reading »

Take That Risk for Jesus

(Editors’ note: This article was originally published at Desiring God.)   When was the last time you felt an impulse to do something fresh and daring for Jesus, but then you glanced around, thought how strange you might look,... Continue Reading »

Of Mice and Ministry: Stories of the Smallest, to the Smallest

In a small home office in Greenville, S.C., Lydia Riley, who attends Pleasant View Baptist Church in Taylors, sits writing a story. Knit, stuffed mice sit on shelves smiling at visitors. Hand-painted illustrations of woodland scenes and families of... Continue Reading »

How the Church Cares for the Soul: The Importance of Acknowledging our Mental Health

Psalm 121:1–2: “I lift my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth” (CSB). I watched my mom, lovingly called “Bola,” take her last breath... Continue Reading »

Faithful Presence in Seasons of Waiting

We do not wait well. At least, I know I don’t. Far too often, my prayer, when it comes to patience, sounds like, “Lord, please make me patient … now!” Once when I was 13 years old, my curiosity... Continue Reading »

When Wrestling with Faith: Biblical Truths and Practical Helps

Many Christians have encountered seasons — perhaps even extended seasons — of doubt regarding assurance of salvation. These seasons can range from “annoying background distraction” to “all-consuming joy-robber.” Below are considerations regarding gospel-centered truth and beauty that may help... Continue Reading »

Do I Have Any Hope in This Life That Things Will Get Better?

When I hear the question, “Do I have any hope in this life?” I immediately take note of the severe pain from which this question arises. Those who know little trouble and only acute hardship do not ask such... Continue Reading »

Outside the Walls: Questioning Your Faith

“Why are you here?” It is probably one of the most powerful evangelism questions that anyone can ask. There have been other questions that have been asked through the years. “If you were to die tonight, where would you... Continue Reading »